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Master's Degree in Art History in Rome, Italy
The first program of its kind taught entirely in the Eternal City
WHY STUDY AT JOHN CABOT UNIVERSITY?
ROME IS YOUR CAMPUS AND YOUR CLASSROOM
RENOWNED FACULTY FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD
Classes are taught by professors of art history from JCU’s Department of Art History and Studio Art. Faculty members come from diverse backgrounds and hold PhDs and other advanced degrees in art history and archaeology from leading institutions.
DEGREE PROGRAM TAKES JUST 15 MONTHS
SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL AID
WHAT DOES AN MA IN ART HISTORY ENTAIL?
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Practicum in Art-Historical Research and Problem Solving
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Case Studies in Art-Historical Practice
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Ancient Roman and Mediterranean Mural Painting
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Roman Portraiture
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Illuminated Manuscripts: Codicology for Art Historians
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The Erotic Renaissance
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The Architectural Culture of Baroque Rome
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Visual Culture: Concept to Valorization
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Constructing the Baroque, 17th-21st century
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The Syntax of Public and Private Space in Ancient Rome
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Ancient Portraiture: Persuasive Presence and Reflexive Agency
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Constructing Identities: Christian Funerary Art in Late-Antique Rome
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Vice and Virtue in Post-Tridentine Rome
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Modernity and Loss: Nineteenth Century Art and Rome
WHEN ROME IS YOUR CAMPUS
John Cabot University's Master of Arts (MA) in Art History cultivates professional mastery of the materials and methods of the history of art with emphasis on first-hand study in the museums, monuments, and archives of Rome. The program welcomed its inaugural class in Fall 2017. It is the first graduate degree program in Art History offered by a U.S. accredited university to be based entirely in Rome.
TESTIMONIALS
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Madison Pierson
Minnesota, USA
M.A. in Art History, Class of 2020
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Bernat Racz
Hungary
M.A. in Art History, Class of 2021
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Lindsay Maldari
New York, USA
M.A in Art History, Class of 2022
Frequently Asked Questions
Is JCU accredited?
Are classes taught in English?
Yes, all graduate classes are taught entirely in English.
Do I need a Visa?
If you are from the United States or another country that is not a member of the European Union, you need a study visa to be able to study at JCU. The visa is mandatory by Italian law and must be obtained before you arrive. Students who have EU or Swiss citizenship do not need a study visa.
Does JCU offer scholarships and financial aid?
Yes, JCU helps graduate students meet their educational goals through a focused, merit-based graduate tuition grant program. Other forms of financial aid include scholarships, federal loans, and private loans.
Does JCU have housing?
Yes, we have a limited number of graduate studio apartments intended for single or double occupancy, located within walking distance from our campuses. Students may also apply to live in shared apartments located in Trastevere or in nearby neighborhoods. All apartments are fully furnished, and amenities include free wireless internet, heating, washing machines, and secured building access.
What can I expect after I graduate?
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